Description
Delight in these Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins, a perfect breakfast or brunch treat. Cubed bread is soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then baked to golden perfection. Finished with a buttery brush and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these muffins offer a sweet, comforting flavor in a convenient, bite-sized form.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 6 slices bread, cubed
Egg Mixture
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Butter and Topping
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Additional melted butter for brushing
- Additional cinnamon sugar for sprinkling (mix of cinnamon and granulated sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking, and lightly grease or line your muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Whisk Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined to create a flavorful custard base.
- Coat Bread Cubes: Toss the cubed bread in the egg mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly and allow the bread to absorb the liquid for maximum flavor.
- Add Melted Butter: Drizzle the 1/4 cup of melted butter over the coated bread, then toss again to distribute the butter evenly throughout the mixture.
- Fill Muffin Tin and Bake: Spoon the coated bread mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin compartments. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins are set and the tops are golden brown.
- Brush and Sprinkle: Upon removal from the oven, immediately brush the muffins with additional melted butter to add moisture and richness, then generously sprinkle the tops with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, crisp finish.
- Serve Warm: Allow the muffins to cool slightly, then serve warm for the best taste and texture. Enjoy your delicious cinnamon sugar French toast muffins!
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread for better absorption and texture.
- You can substitute whole milk with any dairy or non-dairy milk of your choice.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts or raisins to the bread mixture for extra flavor.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and reheat before serving.
- For a lower sugar option, reduce the amount of granulated sugar and cinnamon sugar on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
